Inventories (Details 2) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Inventories
Interest credits and advertising assistance	$ 35.5	$ 31.6	$ 27.8

Floor plan interest credits and advertising assistance received from vendors, which reduce the cost of sales.

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